Christmas comes to Court Theatre
THE Court Theatre’s popular Christmas bash takes place this Saturday (December 17) from 7pm!Come in ‘70s/’80s fancy dress and enjoy the music of local bands Funk Runners and Old Country Union and be...
View ArticleNew scheme could help boost local growth, says chamber
THE new ‘city deals’ initiative, which aims to shift the power from Whitehall to core cities across the UK, has been welcomed by the Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce.The scheme would see regional seats...
View ArticlePassing a very abbey couple of hours
DO you take historic treasures on your doorstep for granted?I’m certainly guilty of this when it comes to St Albans Abbey, where I used to go at least four times a year for school services. Despite...
View ArticleUni vice chancellor: We must build on innovation strategy
A GOVERNMENT strategy to drive business investment and improve the economy has been welcomed by the University of Bedfordshire’s vice chancellor.Professor Les Ebdon, speaking as the chair of university...
View ArticleMatt Adcock’s film review: A Very Hard & Kumar 3D Christmas (18)
It’s Christmas time – there’s no need to be afraid. At Christmas time, we let in light and banish shade… Oh, sorry, got a bit carried away there – but after seeing A Very Harold & Kumar 3D...
View ArticleSmall firms make big noises on fee collector tactics
LUTON and Bedfordshire small businesses have called for so-called ‘collecting societies’ to take a softer line against them.It is against the law for radios to be played in offices, shops, pubs,...
View ArticleTown drawn away to Hinckley in FA Trophy
LUTON Town have been drawn away at Blue Square Bet North strugglers Hinckley United in the FA Trophy second round.The Knitters earned their place in the draw after a fine 2-1 win at Blue Square Bet...
View ArticleFire-walker Jasmine hotfoots it to record
BRAVE 10-year-old Jasmine Zaldua-Taylor didn’t think twice when she was given the chance to walk through fire in aid of charity.Her courage has made her a bit of a record-breaker. She’s the youngest...
View ArticleOne Shrek of a prize for Harry
THE spotlight shone on nine-year-old Harry Day from Houghton Regis when he won a top award at the Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Children’s Achievement Awards, writes Anne Cox. The awards were presented by...
View ArticleWorkshops are the icing on the cake
A CHILDREN’S cake decorating workshop will be held on Tuesday, December 20 at 10am, with tickets £6 in advance from Priory House, Dunstable.You can also design your own reusable shopping bag for free...
View ArticleCall 999 for emergencies only
DRUNK friends, toenails falling off and children having tantrums are just some of the reasons people have called an ambulance in the region. As the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST)...
View ArticleFill in questionnaire to have your say over parking plan
A NEW strategy is being developed for parking across Central Beds and everyone is being encouraged to have their say.The parking strategy sets out Central Beds Council’s approach to managing car...
View ArticleAir your views on countryside plan
COUNTRYSIDE lovers in the Dunstable and Totternhoe area are urged to voice their views on a proposed masterplan to protect and improve nearby land.The plan includes countryside around Totternhoe,...
View ArticleAladdin - review by Connie Primmer
THEATRE-GOERS were given a festive baptism of fire at Milton Keynes Theatre last night, with a hilarious, boisterous and brilliant performance of this year’s pantomime, Aladdin. Starring Gareth Gates...
View ArticleWhen silence can be golden
AGAINST all the odds, devoted Arsenal fan Daryl Bettess did a sponsored silence for Keech Hospice Care during October’s riveting Chelsea v Arsenal game which the Gunners won 5-3.And the heating...
View ArticleTRAVEL: An awesome Christmas in Disneyland Paris
In the mood for some pre-Christmas fun, Sherna Noah heads off for a weekend family break in Paris.My son had asked the same question every day for a fortnight: “When are we going to see Mickey Mouse?”...
View ArticleBe a friend to Priory House
PLANS to launch a ‘friends group’ for Dunstable’s Priory House and its gardens will be discussed at a meeting on Thursday, December 15.All are welcome to attend the event, at 2pm in the High Street...
View ArticleJJ aims to follow in Watkins’ footsteps
YOUNGSTER JJ O’Donnell has pointed to midfielder Adam Watkins as the perfect example in his bid to make a name for himself during this season’s FA Trophy campaign, writes Mike Simmonds.Last season,...
View ArticleAlan Dee’s guide to the new movie releases
IT may seen a little ungallant to mention it, but mockney movie magnate Guy Ritchie’s film career seems to have been steered back on track since he and Madonna parted company.When Guy made a big splash...
View ArticleFestive window of opportunity for shop fronts
SPECIAL ‘mystery shoppers’ are all set to take a close look at Dunstable businesses – to judge the town’s Christmas Shop Front Competition.The special visitors will check out premises to pick the Most...
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